Unapologetic Leadership

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  Christian Values in Business and Family, Downsized by AI, and Disruptive Innovation, with Andrew Grove 29.07.2026 35Min.

  Can your Christian faith become your greatest competitive advantage in business? In this thought-provoking episode of Unapologetic Leadership, Cory Dunham welcomes entrepreneur, innovation consultant, and POSE Fitness Founder Andrew Grove for an inspiring conversation about integrating faith, family, entrepreneurship, and innovation in a rapidly changing world shaped by artificial intelligence. Together, they explore how Christian values can guide leaders through uncertainty while creating bu...
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  What Ethical Leadership Looks Like When the World Gets Dirty, with Melih Arat 24.07.2026 37Min.

  What does it really mean to lead with integrity when dishonesty, distraction, and short-term thinking seem to dominate today's world? In this thought-provoking episode of Unapologetic Leadership, Cory Dunham sits down with entrepreneur, professor, author, and business consultant Melih (Mel) Arat to explore why ethical leadership isn't just a moral choice, it's a competitive advantage. Drawing on decades of experience teaching entrepreneurship, strategy, innovation, and business leadership, Me...
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  From Burnout to Purpose, Trusting Faith over Security, and Leaving a 6-Figure Income, with Dr. Melissa Hill 23.07.2026 32Min.

  What would it take for you to walk away from a successful six-figure career and trust that God has something even greater waiting on the other side? In this inspiring episode of Unapologetic Leadership, Cory Dunham sits down with Dr. Melissa Hill, former federal chemist, CEO, transition coach, and founder of CREME Consultants, to explore what it really means to leave comfort behind and pursue your God-given calling. After more than two decades in a successful career, Melissa recognized the si...
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  Great Leaders in Adversity, and how Compassion Built a Championship Culture, with Jim Johnson 17.07.2026 33Min.

  What separates great leaders from those who simply manage people? In this inspiring episode of Unapologetic Leadership, Cory Dunham sits down with legendary coach, keynote speaker, and bestselling author Jim Johnson to explore the leadership principles that create extraordinary teams, lasting influence, and unforgettable moments. Jim shares the remarkable story behind one of the most inspirational moments in sports history, when high school team manager Jason "J-Mac" McElwain, a young man wit...
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  Lead Differently with Courage and Faith and Empowering the Next Generation, with Dr. Valencia Hicks-Harris 15.07.2026 35Min.

  What if the greatest leaders aren't the loudest in the room, but the ones courageous enough to serve others with faith, empathy, and purpose? In this inspiring episode of Unapologetic Leadership, Cory Dunham welcomes Dr. Valencia Hicks-Harris, affectionately known as Dr. V, Founder and CEO of Empower All Inc., educator, researcher, speaker, and nonprofit leader, for a powerful conversation about authentic leadership, overcoming imposter syndrome, and creating lasting impact through service. ...
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  Name Your Price Marketplace and Inner Peace Under Pressure, with Boris Zhukov 10.07.2026 36Min.

  What separates leaders who build extraordinary companies from those who never move beyond a great idea? In this thought-provoking episode of Unapologetic Leadership, Cory Dunham sits down with Boris A. Zhukov, applied economist, TEDx speaker, CEO of LetYouKnow, inventor, and former Assistant Professor at Ball State University, to explore the mindset required to innovate, lead through uncertainty, and stay grounded under pressure. Boris shares the story behind building LetYouKnow, a revolution...
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  Wealth Management and Rugby: How Empathy Builds Society and Portfolios, with Russ Lazaruk 08.07.2026 29Min.

  What do wealth management, leadership, and rugby have in common? More than you might think. In this episode of Unapologetic Leadership, Cory Dunham sits down with Russ Lazaruk, Managing Director at NCP Capital Partners, to explore why the strongest portfolios and the strongest organizations are both built on trust, empathy, and meaningful relationships. With more than 35 years of experience in wealth management, Russ shares why financial success is never just about numbers. It's about underst...
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  Redefining Founder and Family Success, with SaaS Unicorn Founder Robert Imbeault 03.07.2026 28Min.

  What if the greatest measure of success isn't the company you build, but the life you create? In this inspiring episode of Unapologetic Leadership, Cory Dunham sits down with Robert Imbeault, Founder and CEO of Backboard.io, serial entrepreneur, investor, bestselling author, and former co-founder of Canadian SaaS unicorn Assent Compliance, to explore what happens when you redefine success beyond revenue, titles, and exits. After building and exiting one of Canada's most successful technology ...
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  Why Soft Skills Win in Leadership: Science vs Art, with Abbas Alimorad 01.07.2026 35Min.

  Will AI replace great leaders? Not if leadership remains human. In this episode of Unapologetic Leadership, Cory Dunham sits down with Abbas Alimorad, executive leader, board member, AI and strategy advisor, and project management expert, to explore why the future of leadership isn't about choosing between technology and people. It's about mastering both. Drawing from more than 20 years of experience leading complex initiatives across higher education, government, and healthcare, Abbas explai...
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  Building High-Performance Human Teams in the Automotive Industry, with Jill Trotta 26.06.2026 36Min.

  What's the secret to building high-performing teams that deliver results without burning people out? In this episode of Unapologetic Leadership, Cory Dunham sits down with Jill Trotta, Managing Director of One Guard Inspections, a Repairify company, to explore what it really means to lead people instead of simply managing numbers. With more than 30 years in the automotive and mobility industry, Jill shares how trust, empathy, integrity, and authentic relationships create stronger teams, bette...
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  Serving Nonprofits with Compassion, While Showing God's Grace, with Dr. Kimberly Terry, EdD 24.06.2026 38Min.

  In this inspiring episode of Unapologetic Leadership, Cory Dunham sits down with Dr. Kimberly Terry, consultant, nonprofit leader, and humanitarian, to discuss what it means to lead with compassion, humility, and faith. Dr. Terry shares her journey from corporate America to building a mission-driven consulting business and nonprofit organization serving women and children in Sierra Leone. Together, they explore powerful leadership lessons about personal transformation, healing from past wound...
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  From Freelancer to Founder: Uncertainty, Courage, and Business Growth, with Annett Forcier 19.06.2026 43Min.

  What do you do when there is no clear path forward? In this episode of Unapologetic Leadership, Cory Dunham sits down with entrepreneur, email marketing expert, and business owner Annett Forcier, Founder of EmailBoutique.io, to discuss the realities of building a business, embracing uncertainty, and creating opportunities where none seem to exist. About Annett Forcier Annett shares her journey from freelancer to founder, the lessons she's learned about leadership, client relationships, AI, pr...
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  Culture and Growth, The Leadership Principles That Transfer Across Every Industry, with Russell Warner 17.06.2026 42Min.

  What do mortgages, marketing, and skateboards have in common? More than you think. In this episode of Unapologetic Leadership, Cory Dunham sits down with entrepreneur, CEO, and sales leader Russell Warner to explore the leadership principles that transcend industries. From building businesses and leading teams to creating strong cultures and navigating rapid growth, Russell shares lessons learned from decades of entrepreneurship across multiple sectors. Together, they discuss the importance o...
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  Integrity First and Freedom by Design: Finding the Right Franchise, with Richard Potter 12.06.2026 31Min.

  What if business ownership didn't mean starting from scratch? In this episode of Unapologetic Leadership, Cory Dunham sits down with entrepreneur, franchise consultant, and multi-business owner Richard Potter to explore how professionals can transition from corporate careers into business ownership with greater confidence and less risk. Richard shares how he helps burned-out executives and veterans find franchise opportunities that align with their skills, values, income goals, and desired li...
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  Nonprofit Mission Drift is Expensive, and Flexible Leaders Don’t Break, with Sharmon Lebby 10.06.2026 35Min.

  What happens when organizations chase funding instead of purpose? In this episode of Unapologetic Leadership, Cory Dunham sits down with nonprofit consultant, brand strategist, and ethical business advocate Sharmon Lebby to discuss leadership, mission drift, collaboration, and building organizations that create lasting impact. Sharmon shares why many nonprofits and businesses struggle when they lose sight of their core values, how mission drift can quietly damage an organization's effectivene...
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  Revenue Without Relationships Is Dead: AI Can't Replace Trust, with Mike Reardon 03.06.2026 51Min.

  Is AI helping businesses grow, or is it quietly destroying the relationships that drive revenue? In this episode of Unapologetic Leadership, Cory Dunham sits down with Mike Reardon, Founder of Be Effective and Fractional CRO, to explore the intersection of leadership, sales, AI, trust, and human connection. Mike shares why relationships, communication, culture, and genuine human intelligence remain the true drivers of business success, even as organizations race toward automation and artifici...
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  Investing in Real Estate, Learning in Community, Overcoming the Fear of Rejection, with Todd Stender 29.05.2026 31Min.

  In this episode of Unapologetic Leadership, Cory Dunham sits down with Todd Stender, Managing Director of Leste's Real Estate Net Lease Strategy, for an insightful conversation about leadership, real estate investing, personal growth, community, and overcoming the fear of rejection. Todd shares his journey from a successful career as a public market real estate analyst to the private investment world, revealing the mindset shifts, calculated risks, and personal development required to make ma...
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  The Founder Bottleneck Nobody Wants to Admit, with Prashant Agrawal 27.05.2026 36Min.

  In this episode of Unapologetic Leadership, Cory Dunham sits down with founder, investor, and business advisor Prashant Agrawal for a powerful conversation about entrepreneurship, investing, leadership, and the hard truths many founders avoid. Drawing from his own journey of building and losing businesses starting at just 17 years old, Prashant shares what separates businesses that create real value from ideas that are simply wrapped in flashy presentations and hype. Together, they unpack the...
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  Don’t Waste the Wait: Faith, Grit, and a Medical Device Built From Scratch, with Rebecca Altounian 22.05.2026 35Min.

  In this inspiring episode of Unapologetic Leadership, Cory Dunham sits down with Rebecca Altounian, founder and CEO of SWICK Medical Solutions and inventor of the SWICK device, for a deeply personal conversation about faith, grit, resilience, and building something meaningful from the ground up. What began as Rebecca’s own health struggle eventually became a mission to help millions of patients suffering from dysphagia and swallowing disorders through an innovative medical device designed to ...
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  Meaningful Connection and Bridging Generations in Virtual Space, with Kyle Doran 20.05.2026 34Min.

  In this episode of Unapologetic Leadership, Cory Dunham sits down with Kyle Doran, founder and CEO of The Net VR, for a fascinating conversation about virtual reality, meaningful human connection, gaming culture, AI, leadership, and the future of digital interaction. What begins as a discussion about gaming quickly evolves into a much deeper exploration of how technology is reshaping relationships, communication, identity, education, and society itself. About Kyle Doran Kyle shares his journ...